A rare pair of Dusky Eagle Owls has been
spotted in the Phato Tourism Zone, a part of the Terai West Forest Division of
Uttarakhand
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A rare pair of Dusky
Eagle Owls has been spotted in the Phato Tourism Zone, a part of the Terai West
Forest Division of Uttarakhand.
¨ They were spotted near
the Corbett Tiger Reserve. This discovery has excited conservationists and bird
experts.
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This species had not been
officially recorded in this area for more than 15 years. The last confirmed
sighting was in 2010.
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These owls were
documented by naturalist Himanshu Tiruva.
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The Dusky Eagle Owl is
known for its secretive behavior. It is very adept at hiding.
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This bird avoids areas
with a high human presence.
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The owl blends well into
dense forest vegetation, making it difficult to spot.
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It typically lives in
dense forests near rivers or water bodies. This species prefers old, tall trees
for nesting or resting.
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It primarily preys on
small mammals and birds.
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The Phato Zone is already
popular for tiger and elephant sightings.
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This recent discovery is
expected to increase birdwatching tourism in the area.
¨ The owl is a large bird of prey, measuring 48 to 58 centimeters long.
¨ It is somewhat diurnal and may be active during daylight hours in cloudy weather.
